A Slew of New

With a bit of a weather break, the delivery trucks were lined up at our loading docks, and everyone hustled to empty those trucks. Here's a glimpse at what we've added to our shelves.

We've received a very small amount of the BenRiach 15 Year Pedro Ximinez Sherry Finish. Matured in the traditional style in American bourbon barrels, this whisky is then finished in Pedro Ximenez Sherry butts, sourced from the bodegas of Jerez de la Frontera in Andalucia, Southern Spain. During this second period of maturation the whisky derives many interesting characteristics specific to the Pedro Ximenez butt.

Just 510 six-packs are available world-wide, and the Pedro Ximenez Finish is part of the first BenRiach "Wood Finish Series", released November 2006. This expression has a nose of honey, sultanas and dark chocolate, with a flood of Pedro Ximenez Sherry. On the palate, it's cream and honey, infused with papaya, rosehips, eucalyptus and dark chocolate, all interwoven with rich Pedro Ximenez Sherry and oak wood.This is priced at only $79.99.

While we're discussing spirits, look for Masterson's 10 Year Rye Whiskey. Masterson’s is a 100% rye whiskey that far exceeds industry standards. Their artisans incorporate only the most fragrant and plump grains of rye and pure glacial water from the northern Rockies into a meticulous distillation process that utilizes an old-fashioned pot still.

Oak barrels are one of the many ways Masterson’s attains its unique taste profile. And white oak has the tightest grain and is heavier than other oak wood, allowing the wood to maintain its integrity during the ten-year aging process while imparting a subtle but distinct flavor.

Masterson’s is all rye and only rye, meeting the strictest definition of traditional rye whiskey. The rye is grown in the verdant Pacific Northwest, and they choose only rye that exhibits the perfect combination of weight, plumpness and rich, earthy fragrance. These key characteristics, along with the meticulous distillation process, give Masterson’s its uniquely smooth taste. This is an exceptional value at $59.99.

Of course, we've also added a number of wines to our shelves. One requested item that's now on our shelves is the Duck Commander line. The line consists of a Red Blend, Chardonnay and Pink Moscato, and all three are priced at only $11.99.

The Triple Threat Red Blend exposes the fresh, ripe, jam like fruit that is the calling card of California wine. This medium bodied wine is fruit forward, silky and soft with smooth tannins.

Duck Commander Wood Duck Chardonnay offers rich tropical fruit aromas with hints of lemon and crisp apple laced around the complex nose. The palate is vibrant and full of pear, melon and apple pie with a silky, creamy finish.

The Miss Priss Pink Moscato has luxurious aromas of white peaches, honeysuckle and caramel. Luscious passion fruit and honeydew melon flavors with hints of sweet vanilla are perfectly balanced by refreshing acidity.

An outstanding 100% Pinot Noir just arrived from Kathryn Hall. Winegrowers Stephen and Cathy Pepe own a truly exceptional piece of land. Combine their amazing site with the vineyard leadership of Wes Hagen, and you find a team determined to grow fruit that fully expresses the personality of its vineyard. With very limiting soils and a strict adherence to natural winegrowing, the Clos Pepe vineyard optimizes the complexity and nuance of Pinot Noir.

The WALT “Clos Pepe” Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir displayed its remarkable character even as pre-fermented juice. They knew they had something special on their hands and exercised extreme care throughout vinification in order to preserve the distinctive perfumes, flavors and textures of the wine. Displaying a Burgundian disposition, this wine is dark, earthy, smokey and spilling over with red fruits. The texture allures with its richness and density while the wine’s supple lift and delicate mouthfeel warrant an enduring balance and completeness. 

WALT “Clos Pepe” rated 92 points from Wine Spectator, and is priced at $53.99  in the Bottle Club®. And this is also available in extremely limited quantities.

This six-pack of new products should get you through the weekend. Look for more product introductions next week.